Posts tagged "cat treats"

Though cats might be (ahem) more difficult to train than dogs, they still deserve tasty, top-quality treats. Whether you want to tell your feline friend "you were very brave at the vet today" or "thanks for using your scratching post instead of my sofa," a delicious snack can be the ideal reward.

But with the range of cat nibbles on the market, selecting the right treat can be a challenge. Our friends at Zootoo rounded up some of their favorite feline treats to give your cat something special to munch on.


Available in Deep Sea Tuna and Roasted Chicken flavors, Semi-Moist Cat Treats from Pet Greens feature wheatgrass, making them healthy alternatives to potentially dangerous indoor plants. Loaded with antioxidants and vitamins, these appealing treats won over our tester cats with the smell and taste of real fish and meat. Also, with a semi-moist texture, these snacks are easier for felines to chew than crunchy treats -- a plus for kittens or senior cats.


For pet owners who are tired of deciphering ingredients lists, the Liv-a-Littles Protein Treats from Halo feature only one ingredient per flavor: "freeze-dried beef" or "freeze-dried white meat chicken." The real meaty taste of these treats appeals to cats -- and the high protein content and lack of additives appeal to their owners. As a bonus, these treats are also suitable for dogs, making them ideal for multipet households.

Many pet owners use the trick of wrapping or crushing vitamins in food to help maintain pet health. Fortunately, certain pet treats now offer extra ingredients to promote wellness and help four-legged friends thrive.

Our pals at Zootoo rounded up their favorite pet treats with a little "something extra" to boost your pet's health. They present beneficial elements -- from antioxidants to arthritic pain relief -- in tasty packages.

In addition to promoting dental hygiene, Nutri Dent Minichews by Nylabone contain Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for maintaining your pet's overall health, helping reduce inflammation and preventing dry skin and coat. The treats feature breath fresheners such as chlorophyll and parsley, and the unique texture and shape -- like mini toothbrushes -- cleans your canine's canines as he chews.


The all-natural Hip Action Dog Treats by Zuke's include doses of glucosamine and chondroitin to help relieve joint pain in arthritic dogs and boost overall hip and joint health. The treats also incorporate high-quality ingredients such as flaxseed, apples and blueberries for general wellness. But our tester dog cared only about the taste -- which he found irresistible.

Cat owners appreciate their felines' careful grooming habits, except in one area that cats can't quite manage -- their breath.

Whether your cat's breath is just slightly aromatic or capable of wilting flowers and peeling paint off walls, many products can help control the smell. Our friends at Zootoo rounded up some of their favorite fresheners to keep your cat's breath as sweet as a kitten.

Featuring an all-natural ingredient list, Breathies Cat Treats by Catswell use rosemary, mint and cinnamon bark to control cat breath. Owners will appreciate the nutrient-rich formula and protein-packed chicken breast that make these treats a well-balanced snack in addition to a breath freshener. And our tester cats found the taste irresistible.


Make dental hygiene interactive and fun for your cats with the innovative Fresh Breath Mint Stick by Petstages. The mint stick releases a stronger, sweeter smell when a cat presses its center -- a feature that instantly intrigued our tester felines. And the toy is surrounded by a soft mesh netting that removes soft tartar as cats try to catch it with their teeth during playtime.

We all know how much fun a little catnip can be, but what happens when you give your cat "the most potent form of dried catnip available"?

Pet Greens Catnip Buds are the closest thing to growing your own catmint without having to remember to water. Entire stems of the herb are handpicked and dried, which you then crumble up and stuff in catnip toys, rub on cat beds, or simply sprinkle on the floor.

My cat, Gizmo, is a catnip connoisseur. It's one of the few things other than food that pulls him out of his shell, so I had high expectations. After eating some of the dried stuff I had sprinkled on the floor, he rolled around a bit and then found the toy I had stuffed with the potent herb. With his paws, he vigorously rubbed the toy into his face as he lay on his back, legs splayed out. When I grabbed the toy and threw it towards him, to my surprise he caught it with one paw and again fell backwards to continue rubbing the toy on his face.

He instigated play with my other cats, rather than just sitting back and watching as he normally does. My other cats loved the stuff as well, rolling around in it, though not as actively as Gizmo. They became standard stoners, laying around and staring at the wall.

If your cats are already into standard-fare catnip, I highly recommend throwing down $5 for this potent stuff.

What's more fun than a box of kittens? Not much, but the Petsmart Basket we're giving away this week on Paw Nation comes close!

The Petsmart Basket is chock full of goodies that you and your cat will love. It includes: Feline GREENIES® Dental Treat; Blue Buffalo Spa Select Indoor Sensitive Skin Formula; KONG® Refillable Catnip Toys; KONG Wubba Cat Toy; Scratchers Welcome Scratch Mat; The Ultimate Cat Lover; Whisker City® Paisley Breakaway Cat Collar; and the Whisker City® Reflective Cat Leash.

And, entering couldn't be easier!

• To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us what something your cat just loves to play with.
• The comment must be left before 5pm ET on Tuesday, September 29, 2009.
• You may enter only once.
• One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
• One winner will receive one Petsmart Basket (contents listed above; valued at $68.88).
• Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
• Click here for complete Official Rules. Winner will be notified by email, so be sure to provide a valid address!